Category: Blog Posts
Personal articles and reflections on the Catholic faith, written from a balanced and faithful perspective that upholds the teachings of the Catholic Church while avoiding both theological liberalism and ultra-traditionalist extremes.
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Humbling Oneself on the Inadmissibility of the Death Penalty
Although I disagree with the recent development on the death penalty, Catholics should humbly acknowledge the Church’s current magisterial teaching while upholding justice, protecting society, respecting human dignity, and encouraging repentance. Read more…
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A Papacy of Confusion: The Controversial Legacy of Pope Francis
Father Gerald E. Murray’s book, A Papacy of Confusion, critically examines Pope Francis’s controversial leadership, addressing doctrinal concerns and the implications of his policies for the Catholic Church. Read more…
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Cardinals Sarah and Tagle: A Conversation in the Vatican Gardens
A fictional satirical encounter between Cardinals Robert Sarah and Luis Antonio Tagle exploring contrasting perspectives on faith, truth, silence, evangelization, and the Church’s mission in today’s world. Read more…
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“There Was More Unity Under Summorum Pontificum”: Archbishop Cordileone
Archbishop Cordileone reflects on generational shifts, advocating for liturgical harmony and Benedict XVI’s vision of organic convergence to heal church division and draw young people to Christ through authentic tradition. Read more…
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Rich Churches Get Richer, Poor Churches Continue to Get the Crumbs
Venerable Monsignor Aloysius Schwartz’s 1966 reflections in The Starved and the Silent remain relevant today, questioning the disparity between wealthy dioceses and poorer communities. The Church must prioritize universal needs, fostering solidarity among its members. Read more…
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On Rachel Mastrogiacomo’s Cancellation: The SSPX Question Everyone Avoids
Rachel Mastrogiacomo’s conference cancellation raises questions about her reported SSPX ties, ecclesiastical authority, and the difference between defending Catholic Tradition and supporting disobedience to the Church. Read more…
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Why Fulton Sheen Makes Both Extremes Uncomfortable
A reflection on Fulton Sheen’s beatification and why his unwavering Catholic doctrine, missionary spirit, and engagement with modern culture challenge both progressive Catholics and radical traditionalists. Read more…
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The Priesthood We Still Need: Remembering Padre Pio
Reflecting on Padre Pio’s priestly example, this article laments the decline of courage and fidelity among some modern clergy while calling for priests who embody Christ’s holiness, truth, and sacrificial love. Read more…
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St. Thomas Aquinas on Muhammad and Islam: Carnal Pleasure, Violence, and Falsehood
Reflecting on St. Thomas Aquinas’s denunciation of Muhammad, this post examines how Aquinas argued that Muhammad lured followers through carnal pleasure, violence, and falsehood. Read more…
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The Montanists and Their “Uncontrolled Madness”
The Montanists’ ecstatic “prophecy” and uncontrolled madness offer a warning for today, as some charismatic sects likewise equate emotional manifestations with the Holy Spirit’s presence. Read more…